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The department of water and sanitation is establishing a panel of framework contractors to carry out civil maintenance and related works across its northern operations for four years, covering pipelines, pump stations, dams, canals, culverts, bridges, gravel and paved roads, general buildings, drainages, earthworks, tree and grass cutting, fencing, water treatment works, shooting range facilities and water abstraction structures. Work is released through individual work packages, each governed by a cidb-endorsed contract form (gcc, fidic, nec or jbcc) selected by the department according to the nature and risk of the package. Only bidders registered with CIDB grade 7ce or higher may bid, and NO financial offer is submitted at this stage: bids are assessed on mandatory requirements, quality and administrative compliance only, with pricing requested later at RFQ stage under method 3 of SANS 10845 and the PPPFA. the single most consequential requirement is the compulsory briefing session on 23 november 2026 at roodeplaat, as non-attendance renders a bid non-responsive.
Submission method - physical delivery only. Hand-deliver to the bid box; postal delivery to the private bag address is also permitted. - Tender box: at the entrance of zwamadaka building, 157 francis baard street, pretoria, 0001. - Postal address: director-general, water and sanitation, private bag x313, pretoria, 0001. - Closing time: 11:00 on 14 january 2027. - Tenders are opened immediately after the closing time. - Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile and e-mailed bids will not be accepted. Late bids will not be considered. Copies and packaging - submit the original plus one (1) paper copy. - Also submit a complete pdf soft copy on a USB flash drive, included with the original package. - Submit the tender as one bound document; do not take IT apart or alter IT. - complete all forms in black ink. Erasures and masking fluid are prohibited. - Initial every page of the entire tender document. Failure to do so renders the bid non-responsive. - Mark the tender reference number dws08 1026 wte and the tender title on each package. - Only the issued tender documentation may be used; NO alternative offers will be accepted. Returnable documents - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses any state employment or relationship with the procuring institution. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims preference points under the PPPFA. - annexure a: certificate of attendance at the compulsory clarification meeting, signed by the bidder and a dws official. - Annexure b: record of addenda received. - Annexure c: proposed amendments and qualifications. - Annexure d: compulsory declaration (separate declaration per jv partner). - Annexure e: preferencing schedule. - Annexure f: b-bbee status verification certificate or sworn affidavit. - Annexure g: cipc / cipro registration certificate. - Annexure h: annual financial statements declaration. - Annexure i: authority of signatory (e.g. Company resolution). - Annexure j: CIDB contractor registration. - Annexure k: tax compliance status pin page. - Annexure l: csd registration report. - Annexure m: letter of good standing with the compensation commissioner. - Annexure n: quality achievement schedules. - Annexure o: schedule of proposed sub-contractors. - Annexure p: schedule of plant and equipment available. - Annexure q: form of offer and acceptance. - Annexure r: contract data. - Annexure s: pro forma performance guarantee. - Annexure t: occupational health and safety act agreement. - Annexure u: contactable client reference. - Annexure v: schedule of proposed personnel. Disqualification risks - any returnable document or schedule omitted. - Any page not initialled. - Bid not signed by a person with proven authority to bind the bidder. - Bid received after the closing time. - Failure to attend the compulsory briefing session.
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The department of water and sanitation is establishing a four-year framework panel of contractors for civil maintenance and related works on strategic water infrastructure assets, including pipelines, pump stations, dams, canals, bridges, roads, drainage, earthworks, fencing, and water abstraction structures. Only bidders with a CIDB grading of 9ce are eligible. The most consequential requirement is the mandatory attendance at the compulsory briefing on 24 november 2026; failure to attend renders the bid non-responsive. Bidders must also demonstrate at least one completed grade 9ce contract worth r90 million or more in the past five years and a minimum annual turnover of r200 million.
Submission method: physical delivery only. Telephonic, telegraphic, telex, facsimile, e-mail and late tenders will not be accepted. - Deposit the original and one copy, plus a pdf soft copy on a USB flash drive, in the bid box at the entrance of the zwamadaka building, 157 francis baard street, pretoria, 0001. - The complete tender document must be submitted as one bound volume, including the fully priced and extended provisional bills of quantities. Do not take the document apart or alter IT. - complete all forms in black ink and initial every page of the entire tender document. Failure to initial every page renders the bid non-responsive. - Mark the package with the tender reference number and title on the outside. Returnable documents (complete and sign each; missing forms render the bid non-responsive): - sbd 1: invitation to bid — bidder details and the offer cover page. - Sbd 4: declaration of interest — discloses any state employment or connections with the procuring institution. - Sbd 6.1: Preference points claim — claims b-bbee preference points under the PPPFA. - annexure a: certificate of attendance at the compulsory clarification meeting, signed by the tenderer and a dws official. - Annexure b: record of addenda to the tender documents. - Annexure c: proposed amendments and qualifications. - Annexure d: compulsory declaration — enterprise, SARS, CIDB, csd and principal details. - Annexure e: preferencing schedule. - Annexure f: b-bbee status verification certificate or sworn affidavit. - Annexure g: cipc/cipro certificate. - Annexure h: annual financial statements declaration. - Annexure i: authority of signatory — e.g. A board resolution certifying the signatory's authority. - Annexure j: CIDB registration certificate. - Annexure k: SARS tax compliance status pin. - Annexure l: csd report, not older than 7 days before closing. - Annexure m: letter of good standing with the compensation commissioner. - Annexure n: quality achievement schedules. - Annexure o: schedule of proposed subcontractors. - Annexure p: schedule of plant and equipment available for the contract. - Annexure q: form of offer and acceptance (part c1.1). - Annexure r: contract data (part c1.2). - Annexure s: pro-forma performance guarantee (part c1.3). - Annexure t: health and safety act agreement (part c1.4). - Annexure u: contactable client reference. - Annexure v: schedule of proposed personnel. Closing time: 11:00 on 14 january 2027. Tenders are opened immediately after closing.
ESKOM is establishing a panel contract for professional services in network engineering and design within the cape coastal cluster. The contract is for the provision of network engineering and design services. Bidders must be registered on the central supplier database (csd) and hold a valid SARS tax clearance certificate, with b-bbee status level used for preference point evaluation.
Annexure b (ESKOM acknowledgement form for OHS legal and other requirements) must be signed and submitted with the bid. The form acknowledges access to and understanding of OHS and related legislation, and confirms acceptance of contractual penalties for non-compliance.
Magalies water is appointing a panel of service providers for the maintenance of water and wastewater civil infrastructure, including minor construction and refurbishment works, for a five-year period. The tender is an open request for bid, and a compulsory virtual briefing session is required. Interested parties must request connection to the briefing via [email protected].
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This tender invites contractors to bid for the construction of a new bakubung reservoir and related infrastructure in the north west province. Bidders must hold a CIDB grading of 8ce or higher. A compulsory virtual briefing session is required, and interested parties must request connection via email.
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TRANSNET national ports authority requires the rehabilitation of the n2 foreshore at the port of port elizabeth over a 15-month period. The works comprise dredging, removal of existing dolos and armour rock, placement of new rock layers and three-tonne concrete armour units (dolos), and construction of a toe trench to protect landside infrastructure from wave and storm damage. The contract is governed by nec3, and the most consequential bidder consideration is the need for specialised marine construction capability, including certified lifting equipment, drone and hydrographic survey capacity, and compliance with stringent concrete and rock quality specifications.
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Cederberg municipality invites tenders for the rehabilitation of citrusdal voortrekker road (mr 539) between anemoon and bohemia streets, phase 1, a civil engineering road project in citrusdal, western cape. Bidders must hold a CIDB grading of 4ce or higher, be registered on the csd, and submit a valid tax compliance status. The most consequential consideration is the compulsory clarification meeting on 29 october 2026, and the non-refundable tender deposit of r1,140.00 Required before obtaining tender documents.
Submission method: sealed envelope deposited in the tender box at cederberg municipality, 2a voortrekker street, clanwilliam. Envelope endorsement: "tender NO. ced 22/2026-2027: rehabilitation of citrusdal voortrekker road- mr 539 between anemoon & bohemia streets: phase 1". Bids must be completed in black ink on the original bid documentation issued by cederberg municipality. Only these will be accepted. Late, incomplete, or bids submitted by facsimile or email will not be accepted. Proof of submission is not proof of receipt. Tender documents: obtainable at the site clarification meeting; book in advance. Non-refundable deposit of r1140.00 (VAT inclusive) payable to cederberg municipality, standard bank, branch code 05-0106, account NO 082 163 324. Reference: ced 22/2026-2027 – company name. Proof of payment required when collecting documents. Electronic copies (information only) available from 20 october 2026 via email request to [email protected], With proof of payment attached. Returnable forms: preference point claim form (sbd 6.1) Must be completed in full to claim preference points. Bid validity: 120 days after closing date.
The city of cape town, directorate: water and sanitation: technical services, invites tenders for a 36-month framework contract covering the extension, upgrade and maintenance of treated effluent and alternative water resources infrastructure. Works are grouped into value bands requiring CIDB contractor grading of 3ce, 4ce or 5ce or higher. Bidders must submit a sealed tender to tender box 222 by 10:00 on 18 november 2026, and the most consequential consideration is meeting the CIDB grading requirement for the value band of work they intend to undertake.
Submission method: sealed envelope placed in tender box 222 at the tender & quotation box office, 2nd floor (concourse level), civic centre, 12 hertzog boulevard, cape town, before 10:00 on 18 november 2026. - Envelope must show the tenderer's name and address, tender number and title, tender box number, and closing date. - If the envelope is too large for the box or the box is full, ask at the public counter (tender distribution office) for alternative instructions. - Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, e-mail and late tenders will not be accepted. - Tenders may only be submitted on the issued tender documentation. - Electronic schedule of rates: submit the completed electronic schedule to [email protected] Before tender closing, or include IT on a USB or removable drive with the tender. If a discrepancy arises between printed and electronic versions, the printed copy prevails. Returnable documents (all must be completed and signed): - form of offer and acceptance (c1.1) – The signed offer. - Tender preference claim form – claims preference points. - All other forms listed in part c5 (returnable documents), including the contract data, performance guarantee, advance payment guarantee, occupational health and safety agreement, protection of the environment declaration, and works project acceptance/refusal notice.
Rehabilitation of 3.4 Km of road d3977 from mkhuhlu to mathibela in bushbuckridge local municipality, bohlabela region, mpumalanga province. The mpumalanga department of public works, roads and transport invites bids for this civil engineering road rehabilitation project. Bidders must submit a complete, signed bid by the closing time; the most consequential consideration is ensuring all required forms are included, as the specific returnable documents are not listed in the available text.
Returnable documents: all required forms must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid. Specific forms are not listed in the available text.
Sundays river valley municipality seeks a turnkey civil engineering professional service provider for the implementation of the nomathamsanqa sports facility. The contract duration is thirty-six (36) months. Bidders must achieve a minimum of 50 points in the functionality evaluation to be considered for the second stage, which utilises an 80/20 preferential point system.
Tender reference: srvm 001/2027. closing date and time: 26 november 2026 at 10:00. Submission: bids must be placed in a sealed envelope, endorsed with the bid number and name, and submitted at the municipality's office. Mandatory requirements: bidders must achieve a minimum of 50 points in the functionality evaluation (experience of the bidder: 30, financial references: 10, knowledge and experience: 50, methodology: 10). B-bbee: an original or certified b-bbee certificate is required for scoring 10 points under the 80/20 preferential point system. Bid validity: offers must be valid for a minimum of nine (9) months from the bid closing date. Returnable documents: original or certified copies of b-bbee certificate, proof of address (signed by ward councillor or lease agreement), and annual financial statements are required.
The ndlambe municipality invites suitably qualified contractors to apply for appointment to a panel for civil engineering and building works in the ndlambe area, eastern cape, for a three-year period (package c). Bidders must hold an active CIDB registration of grade 4ce or 4gb or higher, and must achieve a minimum functionality score of 70 out of 100 to proceed to the next evaluation stage. The most consequential consideration is the mandatory CIDB grading and the strict requirement that bids be submitted on official ndlambe documentation in a sealed, correctly marked envelope by the closing time, as any deviation leads to disqualification.
Submission method: sealed envelope deposited in the tender box at the supply chain management offices, 44 campbell street, port alfred, 6170. - Envelope must be marked with the bid name ("bid name"). Unmarked envelopes will not be opened and the bid will be disqualified. - Bids must be submitted on the official ndlambe municipality bid documentation only; bids on other forms will be disqualified. - Late, faxed, falsified, incomplete, or emailed proposals will be disqualified. - Tenders will be opened at the supply chain management unit at 12:05 on the closing date. - Returnable documents: completed tender documents, samples of offered units, supporting documents, and externally endorsed documents must be included.
Drakenstein municipality requires the construction of new basic services for informal settlements and all other areas within its municipal area, with the contract running until 30 june 2030. The work falls under civil engineering and is open to cidb-registered contractors with a 4ce grading or higher. Bidders must attend a compulsory clarification meeting, achieve at least 70% on functionality, and comply with the 80/20 preference point system. The most consequential consideration is the mandatory meeting and the strict disqualification for late or non-attendance.
Submission method: deposit in tender box 1 in the foyer of the civic centre, drakenstein municipality, berg river boulevard, paarl, 7620. Tender box 1 is open mondays to thursdays 08:00–16:45 and fridays 08:00–15:30, excluding weekends and public holidays. - Bids must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number and placed in the box before closing time; failure renders the bid invalid. - Bids may only be submitted on the bid documentation provided by the municipality and must remain valid for a minimum of 120 days after bid closing. - Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, e-mailed or late tenders will not be accepted. - The successful bidder will be required to complete and sign a written contract form. - Returnable forms: mbd 1 (part b) – tax status declaration; compliance is mandatory at award.
This tender invites bids for routine road maintenance construction services for projects in the northern cape province. The work falls under civil engineering and is open to contractors with relevant experience and capacity. NO briefing session is scheduled, and the closing date is 26 october 2026.
• Must be a registered contractor with CIDB grading relevant to civil engineering (likely 7ce or higher, but not specified) • must have proven experience in road maintenance or construction projects • must comply with all applicable south african procurement regulations and BBBEE requirements
This tender invites bids for the construction of pavement and settlement repairs on national route 2, section 30, from bushveld retreat farm (km 44.00) To hluhluwe interchange (km 55.00) In kwazulu-natal. The project falls under civil engineering and is open to contractors with relevant experience and capacity. NO briefing session is scheduled.
• Must be a registered contractor with relevant CIDB grading for civil engineering works. • Must have proven experience in road construction and pavement repair projects. • Must comply with all BBBEE requirements as stipulated in the tender documents.
ESKOM requires remedial repairs to the pollution control dams, fuel containment areas and associated environmental containment infrastructure at ankerlig power station. The scope covers civil engineering work, and bidders must comply with the ESKOM PPE standard (240-44175132), issue PPE free of charge, and accept strict consequence management for non-compliance. The most consequential consideration is that PPE non-compliance can stop work and trigger contractual penalties, so bidders must budget for and enforce full PPE compliance.
Returnable documents: - sbd 6.2 (Declaration for local production and content) and annex c (local content declaration – summary schedule) are mandatory returnables. - B-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit/cipc affidavit, proof of ownership/shareholding (preferably cipc documentation) with shareholding breakdown, certified ID copies of shareholders, and proof of disability (where applicable) are required to claim preference points. - Sdl&i implementation schedule must be completed and returned to the sdl&i representative for acceptance within 28 days after contract award. - Quarterly sdl&i compliance reports must be submitted to ESKOM in accordance with the data collection template. - B-bbee improvement or retention plan must be submitted within 30 days of signing the contract. Disqualification risks: - failure to meet the CIDB csdg mandatory percentage of 0.375% Renders the tender non-responsive. - Failure to meet sdl&i obligations may result in penalties and retention being invoked.
ESKOM requires remedial repairs to the pollution control dams, fuel containment areas and associated environmental containment infrastructure at gourikwa power station in the western cape. The work is civil engineering in nature and bidders must be registered contractors compliant with eskom's contractor health and safety requirements. All work must be performed in strict adherence to eskom's life-saving rules, which carry zero tolerance for violations and may result in disciplinary action or suspension of contractor activities.
Compliance: bidders must be registered contractors compliant with eskom's contractor health and safety requirements (standard 32-136). safety: all work must comply with the occupational health and safety act and eskom's life-saving rules. Life-saving rules: the six rules are: open, isolate, test, earth and create an equipotential zone before touch; hook up at height; buckle up; be sober; ensure a permit to work; and ensure safe live working. Violations: violating a life-saving rule is treated as serious misconduct; contractors must immediately remove the offending employee from site and initiate disciplinary proceedings within five working days. Suspension: ESKOM may suspend a contractor's activities if a contractor manager or supervisor allows a life-saving rule violation. Scope: the work is remedial repairs to pollution control dams, fuel containment areas and associated environmental containment infrastructure at gourikwa power station.
This tender invites bids for the provision of routine road maintenance construction services for projects located in the northern cape province. The procurement type is an open request for bid (tender), and NO briefing session is scheduled. Interested contractors in the civil engineering and construction sector should submit their bids before the closing date of 19 october 2026.
• Bidders must be registered on the central supplier database (csd). • Bidders must have a valid CIDB grading for civil engineering works (as applicable). • Bidders must comply with BBBEE requirements as stipulated in the tender documents.
SANRAL requires a contractor for routine road maintenance on national route n10 sections 5 to 8, from koppieskraal (km 31.32) To omdraaivlei (km 61.64) In the northern cape. The work covers pavement, drainage, roadside, signage, vegetation, emergency assistance and minor structure repairs, with a 24-hour emergency standby team and a wellness program. Bidders must be csd-registered, submit a valid b-bbee certificate, and provide a list of relevant projects completed within the last 15 years. The contract is evaluated under the 90/10 preference point system (price 90, b-bbee 10).
Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid): - form a1: confirmation of project submissions contained in the bid. - Form a2: certificate of authority for signatory, with a signed and dated board resolution on company letterhead; for joint ventures, a certificate from each member. - Valid proof of b-bbee status. - List of projects relevant or similar to this tender scope, successfully completed within the last 15 years and/or ongoing. - Completed bill of quantities / pricing schedule (section c2.2). - Annex c, d, e: local content declarations (supporting schedules for local content and imported content calculations). - Submit a printed and bound hard copy and a flash drive of the resolution. - The successful bidder must keep all returnable documents valid for the duration of the contract; failure to renew may lead to termination.
The city of cape town is procuring the construction of the rietvlei sewage pump station, a rising main and associated tie-in works at the bellville wastewater treatment works. The contract covers civil engineering works including the pump station, rising main and tie-ins, with the scope detailed in the bills of quantities and scope of work sections. Bidders must submit a main offer or alternative offer and complete the prescribed returnable documents, including the form of offer and acceptance and tender preference claim form.
Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed format as detailed in the tender document. The form of offer and acceptance (c1.1) And the tender preference claim form must be completed and submitted. The full list of returnable documents is provided in part c5 of the document. Bidders must indicate whether they are submitting a main offer or an alternative offer as per clause c.2.12. The tender document is structured into parts covering tendering procedures, contract data, pricing, scope of work, site information, and returnable documents.
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